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20,000 NHS Serious Incidents every year – research infographic

Posted on 23rd February 2018

New research published this week by medical negligence solicitors Blackwater Law shows the extent to which Serious Incidents and adverse events affecting patient safety and clinical care are being reported by NHS trusts across England and Wales. See the infographic below.

About the data:

These findings are based on 235 Freedom of Information responses from NHS trusts and health boards across England and Wales.